Pacific Marine Surveyors of Seal Beach

Pacific Marine Surveyors of Seal Beach is a surveyor in Seal Beach, CA. The firm specializes in boat and yacht surveys for pre-purchase and insurance purposes, serving the Southern California area. With over 20 years in business, the company offers a comprehensive suite of services including pre-purchase surveys, insurance surveys, appraisals, damage inspections, cargo damage surveys, consultation, sea trials, and project management. All inspections adhere to ABYC, NFPA, USCG, and Code of Federal Regulations guidelines. Clients receive a written report, a list of recommendations, fair market value assessments, and photographs within three business days. The business holds a perfect 5.00 rating from its customers.

The team is led by Daniel Gorman, the Principal Surveyor, who is a Certified Marine Surveyor with the National Association of Marine Surveyors. Daniel graduated from the California Maritime Academy with a degree in Marine Engineering and holds a U.S. Coast Guard 3rd Assistant Engineer Unlimited license. He has logged more than 50,000 ocean miles and over 20,000 sailing miles, including multiple Transpac and Mexico races. Daniel completed the Chapman School of Seamanship Marine Surveying Program, graduating at the top of his class with honors. He is also an active member of the American Boat and Yacht Council. Rick Gorman, the Senior Marine Surveyor, has performed over 2,000 marine surveys and damage investigations from Santa Barbara to San Diego. He is an active member of the Society of Accredited Marine Surveyors and is certified by the ABYC. Evan Wanamaker joined the team in 2020 as a NAMS Apprentice after working in the commercial shipping industry for 10 years. He holds a 1600 Ton Masters license and graduated from the California Maritime Academy with a major in Marine Transportation. Craig Ramsay joined in 2025 as a NAMS Apprentice, bringing over a decade of experience with high-performance vessels, carbon composite sailing vessels, and advanced racing crafts, including project management for foiling multihulls and ocean-racing yachts.

The office is located at 6475 E Pacific Coast Hwy #222. The firm’s standing is defined by its perfect 5.00 rating, which reflects the positive feedback from the customers who have reviewed its work. This reputation is built on the deep technical expertise and practical experience of its surveyors, who combine formal maritime education with extensive time at sea and in the surveying industry.

Pacific Marine Surveyors of Seal Beach provides specialized marine inspection services in Seal Beach, leveraging over two decades of experience and a team of highly qualified professionals to ensure thorough and reliable vessel assessments for the local boating community.